SIST EN 13706-2:2003

Reinforced plastics composites - Specifications for pultruded profiles - Part 2: Methods of test and general requirements

This Part 2 of ENxxxx defines the general requirements applicable to the specification of all types of pultruded profiles falling within the scope of this specification as defined in Part 1 of the standard. This Part 2 of ENxxxx describes the procedures to be followed in the preparation of test specimens for the determination of mechanical properties required for the designation in Part 1 and the technical specification in Part 3. This Part 2  of ENxxxx also defines the test methods to be used to determine both the designated and the specified properties given in Parts 1 & 3 respectively.

Verstärkte Kunststoffverbundwerkstoffe - Spezifikationen für pultrudierte Profile - Teil 2: Prüfverfahren und allgemeine Anforderungen

1.1   Der vorliegende Teil 2 von EN 13706 legt die allgemeinen Anforderungen fest, die auf die Spezifikation von sämtlichen Arten pultrudierter Profile anwendbar sind, die in den Anwendungsbereich dieser Spezifikation fallen, wie es in Teil 1 von EN 13706 festgelegt ist.
1.2   Der vorliegende Teil 2 von EN 13706 legt die Eigenschaften fest, die bei der Vorbereitung von Probekörpern zur Bestimmung von mechanischen Eigenschaften für die Bezeichnung in Teil 1 und die besonderen Anforderungen in Teil 3 von EN 13706 zu befolgen sind.
1.3   Der vorliegende Teil 2 von EN 13706 legt auch die Prüfverfahren fest, die zur Bestimmung der in den Teilen 1 bzw. 3 von EN 13706 bezeichneten und festgelegten Eigenschaften anzuwenden sind.

Composites en plastiques renforcés - Spécification pour les profilés pultrudés - Partie 2: Méthodes d'essai et exigences générales

1.1   La présente partie 2 de l'EN 13706 spécifie les exigences générales applicables à la spécification de tous les types de profilés pultrudés entrant dans le cadre du domaine d'application de cette spécification, comme défini dans la Partie 1 de l'EN 13706.
1.2   La présente partie de l'EN 13706 spécifie les modes opératoires à suivre pour préparer les éprouvettes utilisées pour déterminer les propriétés mécaniques nécessaires à la désignation définie dans la Partie 1 et à la spécification technique définie dans la Partie 3 de l'EN 13706.
1.3   La présente partie de l'EN 13706 spécifie également les méthodes d'essai à utiliser pour déterminer les propriétés désignées et les propriétés spécifiées indiquées respectivement dans les Parties 1 et 3 de l'EN 13706.

Ojačeni polimerni kompoziti - Specifikacije za pultrudirane profile - 2. del: Preskusne metode in splošne zahteve

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 30-Apr-2003
• ICS: 83.120 - Reinforced plastics
• Technical Committee: IPMA - Polimer materials and products
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 01-May-2003
• Due Date: 01-May-2003
• Completion Date: 01-May-2003
• Ref Project: EN 13706-2:2002 - Reinforced plastics composites - Specifications for pultruded profiles - Part 2: Methods of test and general requirements

Relations

• Refers: SIST EN ISO 472:2014 - Plastics - Vocabulary (ISO 472:2013)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: SIST EN ISO 14125:1999 - Fibre-reinforced plastic composites - Determination of flexural properties (ISO 14125:1998)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: SIST EN 10204:2004 - Metallic products - Types of inspection documents
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: SIST EN 1307:2014 - Textile floor coverings - Classification
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: SIST EN ISO 527-4:2023 - Plastics - Determination of tensile properties - Part 4: Test conditions for isotropic and orthotropic fibre-reinforced plastic composites (ISO 527-4:2023)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: SIST EN ISO 14130:1999 - Fibre-reinforced plastic composites - Determination of apparent interlaminar shear strength by short-beam method (ISO 14130:1997)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 13706-3:2003 - Reinforced plastics composites - Specifications for pultruded profiles - Part 3: Specific requirements
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 13706-1:2003 - Reinforced plastics composites - Specifications for pultruded profiles - Part 1: Designation
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST-TS CEN/TS 19101:2023 - Design of fibre-polymer composite structures
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 14396:2004 - Fixed ladders for manholes
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026

Overview

SIST EN 13706-2:2003: Reinforced plastics composites - Specifications for pultruded profiles - Part 2: Methods of test and general requirements is a European Standard developed by SIST. This standard outlines the general requirements and test methods for all types of pultruded profiles made from reinforced plastics composites. It provides guidance on the preparation of test specimens, determination of mechanical properties, and quality control measures necessary for compliance with pultruded profile specifications.

Pultruded profiles, made by the continuous pultrusion process, are widely used in structural and non-structural applications due to their lightweight, high strength, and corrosion resistance. SIST EN 13706-2:2003 is essential for manufacturers, quality assurance personnel, and specifiers who rely on accurate and repeatable properties for these composite materials.

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Key Topics

• General Requirements: The standard defines mandatory criteria for appearance, dimensional tolerances, and workmanship of pultruded profiles, referencing specific annexes for practical acceptance levels and guidelines.

• Sampling and Quality Control: Procedures for taking samples, issuing certificates of conformity, and resolving disputes between suppliers and customers are specified. This facilitates transparent quality assurance throughout the supply chain.

• Preparation of Test Specimens: SIST EN 13706-2:2003 details how to manufacture test plates and cut specimens, ensuring that test results are consistent and representative.

• Test Methods: The document prescribes standardized testing to determine key mechanical properties, including:

  • Tensile strength and modulus
  • Flexural strength and modulus
  • Pin bearing strength
  • Interlaminar shear strength

  Methods reference international standards such as EN ISO 527-4, EN ISO 14125, and EN ISO 14130, ensuring alignment with widely recognized testing practices.

• Optional Properties: Additional properties (compression strength, fibre content, density, Poisson’s ratio, thermal expansion, in-plane shear modulus) may be evaluated as agreed between the manufacturer and customer, supporting customized specifications.

• Defect Acceptance Levels: Annex A defines visual defect types and acceptance levels, providing practical guidance on permissible cosmetic and structural characteristics.

• Dimensional Tolerances: Annex B outlines tolerances on wall thickness, profile height/width, angles, straightness, and twist, enabling precise specification and measurement.

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Applications

SIST EN 13706-2:2003 is vital in industries where structural pultruded profiles are used, such as:

• Construction and Infrastructure: Bridges, walkways, guardrails, frameworks, and enclosures where high strength-to-weight ratios and resistance to environmental degradation are required.
• Industrial Equipment: Chemical processing plants, water treatment facilities, and electrical installations benefit from the corrosion resistance and dielectric properties of pultruded profiles.
• Transportation: Used in railway, marine, and vehicle manufacturing for components such as ladders, cable trays, and structural panels.
• Energy Sector: Applications in renewable energy (wind farm platforms, solar panel mounting systems) due to weathering resistance and insulating properties.

By following SIST EN 13706-2:2003, manufacturers and engineers ensure reliable mechanical performance, compliance with procurement specifications, and improved longevity and safety in service.

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Related Standards

For comprehensive quality assurance and harmonized international practice, consider these related standards:

• SIST EN 13706-1: Designation of pultruded profiles
• SIST EN 13706-3: Specific requirements for pultruded profiles
• EN ISO 472: Plastics - Vocabulary
• EN ISO 527-4: Plastics - Determination of tensile properties for fibre-reinforced composites
• EN ISO 14125: Fibre-reinforced plastic composites - Determination of flexural properties
• EN ISO 14130: Fibre-reinforced plastic composites - Apparent interlaminar shear strength by short beam method
• EN 10204: Metallic products - Types of inspection documents

Implementing SIST EN 13706-2:2003 with these related standards assures international compatibility and robust quality management in the production and application of reinforced plastic pultruded profiles.

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Verstärkte Kunststoffverbundwerkstoffe - Spezifikationen für pultrudierte Profile - Teil 2: Prüfverfahren und allgemeine AnforderungenComposites en plastiques renforcés - Spécification pour les profilés pultrudés - Partie 2: Méthodes d'essai et exigences généralesReinforced plastics composites - Specifications for pultruded profiles - Part 2: Methods of test and general requirements83.120Reinforced plasticsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 13706-2:2002SIST EN 13706-2:2003en01-maj-2003SIST EN 13706-2:2003SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 13706-2October 2002ICS 83.120; 83.140.99English versionReinforced plastics composites - Specifications for pultrudedprofiles - Part 2: Methods of test and general requirementsComposites en plastique renforcé - Spécification pour lesprofilés pultrudés - Partie 2: Méthodes d'essai et exigencesgénéralesVerstärkte Kunststoffverbundwerkstoffe - Spezifikationenfür pultrudierte Profile - Teil 2: Prüfverfahren undallgemeine AnforderungenThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 16 September 2002.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the Management Centre or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Management Centre has the same status as the officialversions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2002 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 13706-2:2002 ESIST EN 13706-2:2003

Visual Defects: Descriptions and Acceptance Levels (see also annex C -Workmanship).9Annex B (normative)
Dimensional tolerances for pultruded profiles.12Annex C (normative)
Workmanship.14Annex D (normative)
Determination of effective flexural modulus.16Annex E (normative)
Determination of the pin bearing strength.21Annex F (informative)
Recommended test methods for particular requirements.26Annex G (informative)
Determination of flexural, shear and torsional stiffness properties.29Bibliography.40SIST EN 13706-2:2003
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